Billy Goat TKV650SPH, KV650SPH User Manual

KVSP/TKVSP Owner’s Manual

BILLY GOAT KV VACUUM

Owner's Manual

KV600SP, KV650SPH, TKV650SPH

Accessories

ON BOARD
VACUUM
HOSE KIT

4"(102mm) x 7'
(2.13m)

For vacuuming
in hard to reach
areas.

P/N 891125

FELT
DEBRIS BAG

For use in
leaves and
grass in dusty
conditions.

P/N 891126

NOZZLE WEAR
GUARD KIT

For use in
increasing the
life of your
nozzle by
protecting it from
damage

P/N 891127

CASTER KIT

To allow for
easy rolling and
maneuverability
on smooth
surfaces.

P/N 891128

SHREDDER
KIT

Shreds
leaves,
reducing total
volume.

P/N 890209

KV LINER KIT

Increases the
life of the
housing by
protecting it from
damage.

P/N 891134

PROTECTIVE
COVER

Protects the
machine from
the environment
when not in use.

P/N 891136

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KVSP/TKVSP Owner’s Manual

ABOUT THIS MANUAL

THANK YOU for purchasing a BILLY GOAT

manufactured to provide years of reliable and productive service. This manual provides complete operating and
maintenance instructions that will help to maintain your machine in top running order. Read this manual carefully
before assembling, operating, or servicing your equipment.

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KV Vacuum. Your new machine has been carefully designed and

CONTENTS

SERIAL PLATE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS 3

GENERAL SAFETY 4

SOUND AND VIBRATION 6

INSTRUCTION LABELS 7

PACKING CHECKLIST & ASSEMBLY 8

OPERATION 9-10

MAINTENANCE 11

TROUBLESHOOTING AND WARRANTY PROCEDURE 12

MAINTENANCE RECORD 13

ILLUSTRATED PARTS & PARTS LISTS 14-15

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SERIAL PLATE DATA

KVSP/TKVSP Owner’s Manual

Record the model number, serial number, date of
purchase, and where purchased.

Purchase Date:

Purchased From:

Specifications

Engine: HP 6.0 (4.47kW) 6.5 (4.85kW) 6.5 (4.85 kW)

Engine: Type B&S Quantum HONDA HONDA

Engine: Model 112K020124E1 GSV190AN1L GSV190AN1L

Engine: Fuel Capacity 1.5 qt. (1.4 L) 1.6 qt. (1.5 L) 1.6 qt. (1.5 L)

Engine: Oil Capacity 0.63 qt. (0.6 L) 0.58 qt (0.54L) 0.58 qt (0.54L)

Total Unit Weight: #129 (58.5 kg) #132 (58.9 kg) 141# (64 kg)

Overall Length 59” (1.5m) 59” (1.5m) 59” (1.5 m)

Overall Width 25.5” (.6 m) 25.5” (.6 m) 25.5” (.6 m)

Overall Height 42.75” (1.1m) 42.75” (1.1m) 42.75” (1.1 m)

Max. operating slope 200 200 200

Sound in accordance with
2000/14/EEC standards

Sound at operator’s ear 88 dBa 89 dBa 91 dBa

Vibration at operator position 0.71 g (6.96m/s2) 0.32 g (3.16m/s2) 0.43 g (4.25m/s2)

KV600SP KV650SPH TKV650SPH

109 dBa 109 dBa 112 dBa

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GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS and SYMBOLS

The safety symbols shown below are used throughout this manual. You should become familiar with them before
assembling, operating, or servicing this equipment.

This symbol indicates important information that will prevent injury to yourself or others.

This symbol indicates ear protection is recommended when operating this equipment.

This symbol indicates eye protection is recommended when operating this equipment.

This symbol indicates gloves should be worn when servicing this equipment.

This symbol indicates that this manual and the engine manufacturer’s manual should be read
carefully before assembling, operation, or servicing this equipment.

This symbol indicates important information that will prevent damage to your BILLY GOAT ®
KV Vacuum.

This symbol indicates the engine oil level should be checked before operating this
equipment.

Read and make sure you thoroughly understand the following safety precautions before assembling, operating or
servicing this equipment:

READ this manual and the engine manufacturer’s manual carefully before assembling,
operating, or servicing this equipment.

EAR PROTECTION is recommended when operating this equipment.

EYE PROTECTION is recommended when operating this equipment.

BREATHING PROTECTION is recommended when operating this equipment.

EXHAUST from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause

cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.

DO NOT operate this equipment on any unimproved forested, brushy, or grass covered land
unless a spark arrester is installed on the muffler as required by Section 4442 of the
California Public Resources Code. The arrester must be maintained in good working order.
Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands.

DO NOT run engine in an enclosed area. Exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide, an
odorless and possibly fatal poison.

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DO NOT run this equipment indoors or in any poorly ventilated area. Refueling outdoors is
recommended.

DO NOT refuel this equipment while the engine is running. Allow engine to cool for at least
two minutes before refueling.

DO NOT store gasoline near an open flame.

DO NOT remove gas cap while engine is running.

DO NOT start or operate engine if strong odor of gasoline is present.

DO NOT start or operate engine if gasoline is spilled. Move equipment away from spill until

gasoline has completely evaporated.

DO NOT smoke while filling the fuel tank.

DO NOT check for spark with spark plug or spark plug wire removed. Use an approved spark

tester.

DO NOT operate engine without a muffler. Inspect muffler periodically and replace if
necessary. If equipped with muffler deflector, inspect deflector periodically and replace if
necessary.

DO NOT operate engine with grass, leaves or other combustible material near the muffler.

DO NOT touch muffler, cylinder, or cooling fins when hot. Contact with hot surfaces may

cause severe burns.

DO NOT leave equipment unattended while in operation.

DO NOT park equipment on a steep grade or slope.

DO NOT operate equipment with bystanders in or near the work area.

DO NOT allow children to operate this equipment.

DO NOT operate equipment with guards removed.

DO NOT operate equipment near hot or burning debris or any toxic or explosive materials.

DO NOT operate equipment on slopes greater than specified in Specifications section of this

manual.

DO NOT place hands or feet underneath unit, or near any moving parts.

ALWAYS remove spark plug wire when servicing equipment to prevent accidental starting.

ALWAYS check fuel lines and fittings frequently for cracks or leaks. Replace if necessary.

ALWAYS keep hands and feet away from moving or rotating parts.

ALWAYS store fuel in approved safety containers.

WARNING: Important

Remove all rocks, wire, string, plastic, etc. that can present a hazard during work prior to
starting.

DO identify and mark all fixed objects to be avoided during work such as sprinkler heads,

water valves, buried cables, or clothes line anchors, etc.

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SOUND

SOUND LEVEL 92 dB(a) at Operator Position

Sound tests were conducted in accordance with 2000/14/EEC, and were performed on 7-25-07 under the
conditions listed below.

Sound power level listed is the highest value for any model covered in this manual. Please refer to serial plate on

the unit for the sound power level for your model.

General Conditions: Sunny
Temperature: 88
Wind Speed: 2 mph (3.8 kmh)
Wind Direction: South South East
Humidity: 44%
Barometric Pressure: 30.07”Hg (764 mm Hg

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VIBRATION DATA

VIBRATION LEVEL 0.34g (3.29m/s2)

Vibration levels at the operator’s handles were measured in the vertical, lateral and longitudinal directions using
calibrated vibration test equipment. Tests were performed on 12-19-2007 under the conditions listed below.

General Conditions: Sunny
Temperature: 50
Wind Speed: 4 mph (6.4kph)
Wind Direction: South Southeast
Humidity: 68%
Barometric Pressure: 30 Hg (101.6kpa

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INTENDED USE

INTENDED USE: This machine is designed for vacuuming leaves, grass clippings and other types of organic litter.

Debris mixed with cans, bottles and small amounts of sand can be vacuumed; however, it is not this machine's
primary purpose. Vacuuming cans, bottles and sand will affect the longevity of your machine.

Do not operate if excessive vibration occurs. If excessive vibration occurs, shut engine off immediately and check
for damaged or worn impeller, loose impeller bolt, loose impeller key, loose engine or lodged foreign objects.
Note: See parts list for proper impeller bolt torque specifications. (See trouble shooting section on page 12).

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